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NSTA Thanks Senators, Urges Passing of CERTS Act

Sens. Susan Collins and Jack Reed join the National School Transportation Association and other transportation organizations to obtain more support for the industry during the pandemic.

5 Questions: Mike LaRocco on Seat Belts, Safety Regulations

Mike LaRocco, president of the National Association of State Directors of Pupil Transportation Services, discusses the association’s position on lap-shoulder belts on buses, partnering with other industry associations to address regulations for school reopening, and how much pupil transporters contribute to their communities.

NTSB Findings: Technology Just One Way to Boost Safety

The National School Transportation Association's executive director weighs in on the NTSB's report on the fatal 2018 crash in Rochester, Ind., and its recommendations.

10 Keys for Contractors to Protect Business During COVID-19

Crucial practices include educating and negotiating with districts to continue compensation while buses aren’t running, following safety procedures consistently, and keeping abreast of loan and legal resources, experts say.

Lawmakers Introduce PPP Flexibility Act

The proposed legislation aims to bolster support to small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic through the Paycheck Protection Program with measures such as eliminating restrictions on non-payroll expenses and extending the rehiring deadline.

Webinar Advises Contractors on Getting Paid, Protecting Business

School Bus Fleet’s recent webinar, “Getting Paid, Staying Afloat: How Contractors Can Cope With the COVID Shutdown” is now available online.

National Pupil Transportation Associations Launch Return-to-School Task Force

The Student Transportation Aligned for Return To School (STARTS) Task Force will be a collaboration among NASDPTS, NAPT, and the NSTA, to research, review, and report on matters relating to COVID-19.

Webinar to Provide Guidance to Contractors on Protecting Workers, Business

Industry experts will discuss in this webinar, taking place on May 13, how contractors can convince districts that they have a right to be paid during COVID-19-spurred school closures. It will also provide advice on protecting workers, how insurers can help, and preparing for when classes eventually resume.

NSTA Advocacy in Action — COVID-19 Crisis Strengthens Pupil Transporters’ Commitment

COVID-19 is something none of us could have imagined, and no one knows how these events will play out, but seeing the industry pull together shows what we can accomplish with our commitment and resolve when unified.

NSTA Encourages Inclusion of School Bus Drivers in Proposed Federal ‘Heroes Fund’

The National School Transportation Association calls for U.S. Senate co-sponsors of the proposed fund unveiled on Capitol Hill to list school bus drivers as essential workers eligible for $25,000 in hazard pay.